social climber
noun
Definition of social climber
: one who attempts to gain a higher social position or acceptance in fashionable society
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1894
First Known Use of social climber
1894
SOCIAL CLIMBER Defined for English Language Learners
social climber
noun
Definition of social climber for English Language Learners
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: someone who tries to gain a higher social position or status (such as by becoming friendly with wealthy people)
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